Council for Geoscience Vacancies

Food Service Assistant X2

Vacancies
Pretoria (Head Office)
P15 (R219 752,40 CTC Per Annum) R / Year

Reporting Line : Manager: Facilities Management
Overall Job Purpose : To assist generally with rendering of food service related duties including preparation, presentation and service of food and catering within the canteen operations, in all its forms, across the CGS.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with food preparation as prescribed by the daily menu.
Cleaning and housekeeping of the canteen and food preparation area, including machinery and equipment’s.
Ensure daily compliance with health and safety policies and regulations in performance of duties.
Delivery of internal catering around the organisation by means of a trolley, tray and/or delivery vehicle, setting out deliveries as requested by the client.
Ensure collection of equipment after the event.
Assistant to portion and present food; prepare the counter/trolley/take away area etc. for food service; to serve and clear the counter and liaise with customers and associated items.
Ensure dishwashing or handwashing crockery, cutlery and associated tableware.
Make use of use linen on tables, sideboards, trolleys, trays and salvers; to handle soiled and incoming linen; to store linen.
Maintain a first-class level of customer service ensuring that all customers are treated efficiently and in an appropriate manner.
Attend training courses as identified and agreed for appropriate development.

Knowledge and Experience

1 year experience in food services and/or catering environment
Knowledge of food service processes
Understanding of proper use of major kitchen equipment
Commitment to quality service and food knowledge
Knowledge of hygiene and safety standards
Understanding and knowledge of food safety law
Computer skills including Ms Office suite particularly Word & Excel.

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES:

Excellent customer care
Verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12
Basic Food Hygiene preparation certificate will be an added advantage

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, click the apply button below.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

All appointments are subject to positive vetting results. The processing of your personal information by the Council for Geoscience will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013.

Applications submitted on CGS social media platforms will not be considered.

Closing Date: 28 November 2024

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Cleaner

Vacancies
Pretoria (Head Office)
Posted 2 days ago
P16 (R188 684,52 CTC Per Annum) R / Year

Reporting Line : Manager: Facilities Management
Overall, Job Purpose : To undertake cleaning duties as directed by the Cleaning Supervisor, using the prescribed methods and frequencies in line with the requirements of the cleaning specifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Emptying waste bins or similar receptacles, transporting waste material to designated collection points.
Clean all the offices; venues; general kitchens; corridors, elevators, public areas, and restrooms as per the daily/ weekly schedule.
Prepare facilities for meetings and training.
Cleaning walls, windows, and doors as well as emptying and cleaning waste bins.
Using electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machines to burnish, scrub, polish, and spray clean floors (after receiving proper instruction and training).
Using electrically powered pick-up machines.
Dust, damp wipe, wash or polish furniture, ledges, windowsills, external surfaces of cupboards, shelves, and fitments.
Replenish consumable items (soap, toilet rolls, paper towels) used at various points of cleaning service.
Clean toilets, urinals, hand basins, sinks, baths, showers, and drinking fountains.
Use of chemical agents as directed by the Supervisor in the discharge of cleaning operations or maintenance procedures, after receiving proper instructions and training.
Adhere to the cleaning checklist and ensure that it is completed and signed daily.
Cleaning of machines and equipment after use.
Report all faults or broken cleaning machines and equipment to the Supervisor for repairs.
Adhere to emergencies and relieve schedule when required and requested by the Supervisor.
Ensure that the issue forms are correctly filled in when collecting products and equipment.
Ensure that the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn according to the task performed.
Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act and related regulations when utilizing tools equipment and machinery.
Cleaning using the prescribed methods and frequencies in line with the requirements of the cleaning specification.

Knowledge and Experience

At least 06 months working experience.
Ability to read and write will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, and procedures.

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES

Ability to work in a team.
Ability to communicate.
Ability to operate cleaning machinery and equipment.
Cleaning and Housekeeping Skills.
Basic literacy (ability to read and write).
Basic numeracy (ability to count).
Reliable and hardworking.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

ABET Certification/ Grade 10, and/or Certificate in Cleaning and Housekeeping.